Initial
/ˌɪˈnɪʃəl/
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Definition
(adj) Chronologically first, early; of or pertaining to the beginning, cause or origin.
Sentence Examples
The initial symptoms of the disease are fever and sore throat.
The novel had an initial print run of 10,000 copies.
CEFR Practice Quiz
My ____ reaction to the news was one of great surprise, but then I felt very happy for them.